Braves general manager faces offseason challenges with outfield and rotation needs

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos faces a busy offseason as several players are injured or entering free agency. The outfield is particularly thin, with only Michael Harris II confirmed for Opening Day and Ronald Acuña Jr. sidelined for at least six weeks. While many believe strengthening the starting rotation is the top priority, some argue that improving the outfield should come first. Max Fried and Charlie Morton are free agents, and Spencer Strider is also unavailable for at least a month. Anthopoulos needs to address both the outfield and the rotation effectively. The outfield may be easier and cheaper to improve, but both areas require significant attention as the competition in the NL East is expected to increase.